Staff Issues
Practical information about hiring and managing employees in your franchise business. Articles cover recruitment, employment contracts, training, tax obligations and workplace regulations.
A Guide to SSP, Statutory Sick Pay
Find out who qualifies for Statutory Sick Pay, how much you need to pay and when your obligations as an employer kick in.
How Flexible Working Regulations Affect You
New flexible working laws let employees request different hours—here's what business owners need to know.
How to Recruit the Right People
Hire the right people for your business by planning your recruitment process carefully and matching staffing needs to your actual workload.
How to Train Your Staff
Practical ways to improve your franchise business by training staff effectively and finding the right courses.
Taking on Your First Employee
Understand the costs and commitment involved before hiring your first employee for your franchise business.
Tax, NIC and Pensions and Your Employees
What employers need to know about managing employee tax, National Insurance and pensions for the first time.
Understand Contracts of Employment
Know what makes an employment contract valid and why documenting the key terms protects your business.